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Bacon Kale And Leeks Recipe

A quick and easy recipe for a delicious and healthy Bacon, Kale, and Leek saute! Perfect for busy weeknights or meal prepping. This simple yet flavorful dish combines crispy bacon with tender leeks and nutritious kale for a satisfying meal your whole family will love. Get this recipe ready for your college student!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 1127.1 kcal
Protein 54g
Rating 2.7 (3 Reviews)
Bacon Kale And Leeks 30

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Bacon Kale And Leeks

  • 6 slices bacon
  • 1 leek, chopped
  • 1 bunch kale, stemmed and chopped
  • Olive oil, a bit (optional)
  • salt, to taste
  • pepper, to taste
  • lemon juice, a squeeze (optional)
  • red pepper flakes, a sprinkle (optional)
  • butter, a bit (optional)

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How to Make Bacon Kale And Leeks

  1. Cook bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until crispy. Remove bacon from skillet, reserving 1 tablespoon of bacon grease.
  2. Add leeks to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Add kale to the skillet and cook until wilted, about 5 minutes.
  4. Stir in the cooked bacon and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Serve immediately. Optional: Garnish with a squeeze of lemon juice or a sprinkle of red pepper flakes.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

71 g

Sugar

13g

Fat

159g

Carbs

7g

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